Kalvary Mount
Calvary Mount (Pathammailu) | |
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| Coordinates: 09°49′07.6″N 77°01′27.8″E / 9.818778°N 77.024389°E / 9.818778; 77.024389 | |
| Country |  India |
| State |  Kerala |
| District | Idukki |
Kalvary Mount (Calvary Mount), also known as Kalyanathandu or Pathammailu, is a prominent hillock situated in the Idukki district of Kerala, India. Standing at an approximate elevation of 200 meters, it holds significance for both religious and nature enthusiasts. It is a Christian pilgrimage site perched atop a hill offers that an aerial view of the Idukki Reservoir and its surrounding peaks and forests.1
Once a secluded spot, it gained fame after the Idukki Dam's construction.2
During Lent, the area turns into a pilgrimage centre as Christians go in a procession up the hillock.
The tourist destination is close to other tourist spots of the district like Idukki dam, and Hill View Park.
Religious significance
Calvary Mount is a designated Christian pilgrimage site. The name itself refers to the biblical Mount Calvary, the site of the Crucifixion of Jesus. During the Christian season of Lent, the area becomes a pilgrimage centre, where devotees undertake a processional ascent up the hillock.
Tourist attractions
Idukki Reservoir View Point
Calvary Mount offers a panoramic vista of the surrounding region, including the Idukki Reservoir. On a clear day, the villages of Kamakshi and Mariyapuram can be seen amidst the hills.3
Trekking
Calvary Mount caters to adventure enthusiasts with its moderately challenging trekking trails. The ascent requires a moderate level of fitness due to the incline.4
Location
Calvary Mount is accessible by road. It is located approximately 10 kilometers from Idukki town and can be reached via the Thodupuzha-Puliyanmala highway. Public transportation options are available from Idukki and Kattappana .The distance from Kattappana is 15 km. Alighting at the 10th mile or Calvary Mount junction allows for a hike to the viewpoint. There's an entry fee of ₹20 to visit.5
Nearby towns
References
References
- "Kalvary Mount or Kalliyanathandu - famous Christian Pilgrim Centre in Idukki". Kerala Tourism. Archived from the original on 27 February 2024. Retrieved 1 July 2024.
- "Visit Kalvari Mount for a year-round view of Idukki dam". Onmanorama. Archived from the original on 1 July 2024. Retrieved 1 July 2024.
- "Welcome to Kalvarimount Ecotourism | Kerala Eco Tourism- Official Ecommerce Website of Department of Forest, Government of Kerala". keralaforestecotourism.com. Archived from the original on 1 July 2024. Retrieved 1 July 2024.
- Mohan, Shainu (4 November 2022). "Trekkers' paradise that offers a breathtaking view". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 8 December 2022. Retrieved 1 July 2024.
- "Calvary Mount / Kalyanathandu / Kalvary Mount Thekkady (Timings, History, Entry Fee, Images & Information) - Kerala Tourism 2024".